Jamie Danielle
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Hey guys! I am a complete newbie to the snake world, so very grateful to have found this forum! Ive spent hours reading and jotting notes over the last few days about setting up and caring for an Albino Darwin Carpet Python ?
The most vital needs are those I want to be sure on, but different sources can be conflicting, so I would love some judgement free advice & recommendations from you guys please. I am located on the Sunshine Coast, QLD, if that helps ?
She is currently 4 months old and still with the breeder, who uses a rack system. She's in a 7L Sistema Container, nearing a 14L. I would prefer to have her set up in a tank for enjoyment, but her care & comfort is ofcourse my priority ?
The tank I am looking at is 12" x 12" x 12". May look at some only slightly taller as I have read they are semi-arboreal? The breeder said this is a suitable starting point, but I was told to be cautious of using glass & ventilated tops, as in the cooler months, they won't hold heat as well. Besides a tub, what are my alternatives? ?
My other focus is ofcourse the electrics. Breeder has said there is no need for any special uv/lighting? In regard to heating, will a Heat Mat be sufficient for a 4 month old, or should I have a heat lamp too? As per breeder recommendations i will definitely be purchasing a Heat Gun (which I have chosen) and a Thermostat, however there seem to be many of them to chose from.. Can I go for 30 bucks at bunnings, or should it be a more reptile focused $130 sort of one? ?
In terms of the actual temperature, I'm aware of cool and warm ends, but would love some confirmation on degrees for piece of mind.. & if a day-night variant is required at this age! ⏲
The rest I think I have sorted, listing.. Substrate, Hygrometer & Spray Bottle, Snake Hook, Feeding Tweezers, Water Bowl, Hiding Caves, Branches, Plants & ofcourse feed as recommended by breeder. ?
If you have made it this far, thank you, thank you, thank you. I know it's a long read and I may seem clueless but am truly doing my best to prepare! Any comments are highly appreciated, either on these these topics or others you feel needed ❤
The most vital needs are those I want to be sure on, but different sources can be conflicting, so I would love some judgement free advice & recommendations from you guys please. I am located on the Sunshine Coast, QLD, if that helps ?
She is currently 4 months old and still with the breeder, who uses a rack system. She's in a 7L Sistema Container, nearing a 14L. I would prefer to have her set up in a tank for enjoyment, but her care & comfort is ofcourse my priority ?
The tank I am looking at is 12" x 12" x 12". May look at some only slightly taller as I have read they are semi-arboreal? The breeder said this is a suitable starting point, but I was told to be cautious of using glass & ventilated tops, as in the cooler months, they won't hold heat as well. Besides a tub, what are my alternatives? ?
My other focus is ofcourse the electrics. Breeder has said there is no need for any special uv/lighting? In regard to heating, will a Heat Mat be sufficient for a 4 month old, or should I have a heat lamp too? As per breeder recommendations i will definitely be purchasing a Heat Gun (which I have chosen) and a Thermostat, however there seem to be many of them to chose from.. Can I go for 30 bucks at bunnings, or should it be a more reptile focused $130 sort of one? ?
In terms of the actual temperature, I'm aware of cool and warm ends, but would love some confirmation on degrees for piece of mind.. & if a day-night variant is required at this age! ⏲
The rest I think I have sorted, listing.. Substrate, Hygrometer & Spray Bottle, Snake Hook, Feeding Tweezers, Water Bowl, Hiding Caves, Branches, Plants & ofcourse feed as recommended by breeder. ?
If you have made it this far, thank you, thank you, thank you. I know it's a long read and I may seem clueless but am truly doing my best to prepare! Any comments are highly appreciated, either on these these topics or others you feel needed ❤